India consists of states and union territories

The Constitution of India 1950 was drafted by the collective work of the following institutions: • A 389-member body responsible for drafting India’s Constitution. • Committees were created by the Constituent Assembly comprising smaller groups of members delegated with various responsibilities. • An unofficial forum consisting of Assembly members belonging to the Indian National Congress that met on the side-lines of the Assembly. • Digital Classroom • Writings & Media Engage Discover a wide range of writings and original multimedia content, in the form of blogs, podcasts and videos, that offer valuable insights into the history of India's Constitution, highlighting its relevance to current events both in India and worldwide. We rely on our extensive database of primary materials to produce this content. (1) India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States. (2) The States and the territories thereof shall be as specified in the First Schedule. (3) The territory of India shall comprise — (a) the territories of the States; (b) the Union territories specified in the First Schedule; and (c) such other territories as may be acquired. Article 1, Draft Constitution of India 1948 (1) India shall be a Union of States. (2) The States shall mean the States for the time being specified in Parts I, II and III of the First Schedule. (3) The territory of India shall comprise- (a) The territories of the States; (b) The territories for the time being specified in Part IV of the First Sche...